Supporting the Hopes and Dreams of California’s Central Valley
Standing United for Immigrant Justice and Dignity
We stand in unwavering solidarity with Sacramento’s immigrant communities. Together, we condemn the recent ICE raids and the systemic violations of civil and constitutional rights targeting immigrant families. As institutions committed to equity, dignity, and community power, we are working collectively to support grassroots response efforts, amplify calls for due process, and ensure that Sacramento remains a place where immigrants are safe, valued, and protected. Now is the time for courageous leadership; our communities deserve nothing less. We call on civic leaders, institutions, and allies across California to stand with us. Reject complicity. Take proactive and courageous action. We encourage others to join us in standing with Sacramento’s and California’s immigrant communities. Sign on and find resources on our respective websites.
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#Allin4CV: Democracy Fund
In 2025, we committed $1.6 Million to build on that success, piloting an evolution from election-year urgency into a continuous, rapid-response funding model. The #AllinFOr Central Valley Democracy fund provides rapid response funding to protect and advance democratic outcomes for a growing network of over 90 nonprofit partners and the communities they serve across the Central Valley— including Fresno, Kern, Kings, Madera, Merced, Sacramento, San Joaquin, Stanislaus, Tulare, and Yolo counties.
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Sunrise Futures: Moving Towards Liberation
Sunrise Futures: Moving Towards Liberation spotlights Central Valley leaders who are harnessing the power of community through local media, journalism, and storytelling. These leaders are building new, human-centered institutions focused on healing, authenticity, and shared action. By removing barriers to information and connection, they are transforming spaces and empowering communities to thrive. We invite you to read their inspiring stories and learn more about JBMF's efforts around supporting an inclusive, multiracial democracy.
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The Sunrise Plan: A Spend Down by 2030
We are committing all of our resources toward building a strong, self-sustaining infrastructure that supports, fosters and invests in initiatives that create lasting change. Together, we can build a Central Valley where our communities can confidently engage democracy and have greater agency in decision-making.
Grantmaking
The absence of a vibrant philanthropic network in the Central Valley is deeply felt. Philanthropy, government, and local institutions must do more. The JBMF is working to fill this gap through innovative investment as part of our strategic grantmaking in a region that has historically been underinvested in, we must take the time to understand the challenges communities face and respond to a better vision of the Central Valley. Learn more about our rapid response grantmaking by reading the press release for the "All-in for Central Valley Democracy Fund."
Learn MoreOur Mission Statement
We stand with the people of the Central Valley by investing in education and active civic participation in our democracy.
The goal for humankind and this nation is a society of perfect justice… for more than 200 years, American democracy has worked towards this goal, wrestling with momentous issues and strains, both internally and in the world at large. It has not only survived but it has been the beacon of hope for the world.
